Honda SCL500 (2023–2026) vs Suzuki V-Strom 1000 (2002–2022)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Service	Honda SCL500 (2023–2026)PC67	Suzuki V-Strom 1000 (2002–2022)VU51
Oil change	n/a	n/a
Valve service	n/a	14,500 mi
Spark plugs	n/a	n/a
Chain	n/a	n/a
Brake fluid	24 mo	n/a
Coolant	n/a	n/a

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Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda SCL500 (2023–2026) or the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 (2002–2022)?

They demand a similar number of scheduled shop visits based on their factory service intervals.